Street of Dreams
Powered by Bank of America, the official bank of the Fifa World Cup 2026™ and released during the tournament is a new short film Street of Dreams, which tells the story of a young girl whose life has been upended through homelessness but refuses to give up on her dream of playing soccer.
As Calle navigates uncertainty and self-doubt, she is guided by Sir David Beckham, who appears as a personification of her inner voice. He's a powerful symbol of belief and opportunity.
Set to the new U2 track 'Street of Dreams', the film tells a story of resilience, hope and the transformative power of sport.
Assembled by Bank of America and directed by award-winning creative duo King She, the film combines a bold visual narrative with an intimate human story.
As Calle navigates uncertainty and self-doubt, she is guided by Sir David Beckham, who appears as a personification of her inner voice. He's a powerful symbol of belief and opportunity.
Set to the new U2 track 'Street of Dreams', the film tells a story of resilience, hope and the transformative power of sport.
Assembled by Bank of America and directed by award-winning creative duo King She, the film combines a bold visual narrative with an intimate human story.
Nevaeh derricks as
Calle
Calle, is played by newcomer Nevaeh Derricks. After her life is disrupted, Calle is seen navigating uncertainty and self-doubt. Calle holds on to soccer as a source of purpose and possibility, guided by an unexpected mentor only she can see.
sir David Beckham
Sir David Beckham appears as Calle’s unexpected mentor, a personification of her inner voice and a guardian only she can see. As Bank of America’s Global Sports Ambassador, he represents belief and opportunity, standing with Calle and showing up when it matters.
Commenting on the film Sir David Beckham said:
“Football has given me opportunities I could never have imagined, but none of it would have been possible without people who believed in me along the way. Through my work with Bank of America and Street Child United, I've had the privilege of meeting incredible young people from around the world who have overcome unimaginable challenges with courage, resilience and hope. Their stories stay with you.
That's why this campaign is so important. By supporting Street Child United and shining a light on its mission, we're helping more young people be seen, heard and given the opportunity to build brighter futures. Sport has the power to create confidence, connection and possibility, but every young person also needs someone who believes in them.
I'm proud that Bank of America is using the platform of the FIFA World Cup 2026™ to help amplify Street Child's work and invest in programmes that empower young people around the world to realise what's possible.”
That's why this campaign is so important. By supporting Street Child United and shining a light on its mission, we're helping more young people be seen, heard and given the opportunity to build brighter futures. Sport has the power to create confidence, connection and possibility, but every young person also needs someone who believes in them.
I'm proud that Bank of America is using the platform of the FIFA World Cup 2026™ to help amplify Street Child's work and invest in programmes that empower young people around the world to realise what's possible.”
“We had the opportunity to attend the 2026 Street Child World Cup in Mexico City back in May, and we came away with far more than we expected. As proud supporters of Street Child United, it was a privilege to be there in person to watch some great football, soak up the atmosphere and witness these extraordinary young athletes reminding everyone what talent looks like when it refuses to take no for an answer.
As Larry put it, Street Child United is "a little NGO and a very big deal for kids with so much talent but no access.” Thankfully, Street Child United is changing that. SCU gives these young people a stage, a voice and the chance to be celebrated for who they are rather than defined by the circumstances they were born into. That’s something we’re proud to support.
Bank of America have been great supporters of (RED) getting AIDS drugs to people that otherwise wouldn’t get them… and a big thanks to them for helping make this story possible and for their commitment to using sport to bring communities together and create opportunity. We’re honoured that ‘Street of Dreams’ could play a small part in telling a much bigger story.”
As Larry put it, Street Child United is "a little NGO and a very big deal for kids with so much talent but no access.” Thankfully, Street Child United is changing that. SCU gives these young people a stage, a voice and the chance to be celebrated for who they are rather than defined by the circumstances they were born into. That’s something we’re proud to support.
Bank of America have been great supporters of (RED) getting AIDS drugs to people that otherwise wouldn’t get them… and a big thanks to them for helping make this story possible and for their commitment to using sport to bring communities together and create opportunity. We’re honoured that ‘Street of Dreams’ could play a small part in telling a much bigger story.”
The film heroes Bank of America’s commitment to grow their ‘Soccer with Us’ platform. By the end of 2026 the bank aims to impact 1,000,000+ young people globally, supporting young people aged 6-18 by combining sport with life skills.
Making soccer possible in every school across the USA by 2030
Soccer at Schools is a national effort led by U.S. Soccer in partnership with Bank of America, Official Bank of the FIFA World Cup 2026™, to bring soccer into more schools. Whether you’re a teacher, parent, school administrator, coach, community organization or soccer advocate, we’ll help you get started.
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Street Child World Cup
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Directed by
King She
“The film is one girl’s journey, but really the story is about resilience and what can happen when someone believes in you. In this case Sir David Beckham appears as our young lead’s inner voice. We wanted to tell that story in a way that felt almost mythical. Music, soccer and imagination blur together to create possibility.
The shoot was an ambitious undertaking, but when you get an opportunity to make a short film with U2, Sir David Beckham and the Street Child World Cup — everyone jumped. It only happened because so many people brought their trust, talent and generosity to the process. It's been a real privilege to help bring this film to life alongside the teams at Freuds and Bank of America.”
The shoot was an ambitious undertaking, but when you get an opportunity to make a short film with U2, Sir David Beckham and the Street Child World Cup — everyone jumped. It only happened because so many people brought their trust, talent and generosity to the process. It's been a real privilege to help bring this film to life alongside the teams at Freuds and Bank of America.”
Directed by award-winning creative duo ‘King She’ Radha Ganti and Robert Lopuski, whose work has received more than 75 awards and nominations, including Cannes Lions recognition and AICP Best New Director, the short film combines a bold visual narrative with an intimate human story.
